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Coffee Republic opens new Deli in Lakeside

Coffee Republic plc, the independent coffee and deli bar operator, announces
that its latest Deli has opened in the Lakeside shopping centre in Essex. The
new deli will be the responsibility of Regional Development Franchisees for
Essex, Sean and Helen Gordon of East Coast Traders.

The franchisees at Lakeside are Jon and Stephanie Shepherd who plan to open
at least 3 Delis over the next six months within the South East. Jon and
Stephanie are joined by James Donald who will oversee operations.

24 million shoppers pass though Lakeside every year to visit the 280 shops
there. Over 52% of shoppers stay in the centre for more than 2 hours
meaning a guaranteed audience for lunch and snacks throughout the week. The full
Coffee Republic offering will be served including real coffee and deli fresh
food. The new Deli will also service over 6,000 employees working at Lakeside,
situated in an excellent position in the main mall. The new Deli will be
open at least an hour before the centre opens to the public to provide those
arriving for work with freshly baked pastries, breakfast food and great
coffee.